Civil Engineer, Water/Wastewater

About the role

Michael Baker is seeking a Civil Engineer, Water for its Virginia Beach office. The role offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Planning studies, analyses and preliminary engineering efforts.
• Develop engineering reports and technical memoranda.
• Perform hydraulic modeling.
• Prepare design calculations, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Research products and materials and conduct technical evaluations.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, etc.
• Participate in field visits and investigations.
• Participate in client meetings, meeting preparation and presentations.
• Support construction efforts by reviewing shop drawings for conformance to contract documents.
• Partner with management and supervision of contractors and subconsultants during all project phases.
• Assist with technical proposals during the pursuit of key projects.
• Communicate effectively and coordinate with project teams including other disciplines (cost estimators, GIS, designers, surveyors, and other engineers).
• Work with senior Project Engineers and Managers who will guide you in the development of project documents.

Requirements

• Possess a bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering or related engineering field.
• 6+ years of increasingly responsible, professional experience in the study, design, and construction administration of water and wastewater facilities such as water distribution/transmission and gravity sewer pipelines, force mains, and pump stations.
• Self-starter interested in working on a variety of projects supporting the Water Group.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Demonstrate proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation.
• Possess a Virginia P.E. license (and/or able to obtain VA P.E. license immediately).
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Outlook, Project, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge using AutoCAD, MicroStation and GIS is highly desired.

Qualifications

• Passionate about working on a variety of projects supporting the Water Group.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Skills

• Hydraulic modeling software.
• AutoCAD, MicroStation, and GIS.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability.
• Professional and personal development.
• Generous paid time off.
• Commuter and wellness benefits.

Pay

The approximate compensation range for this position is $100,000 - $140,000 annually. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

Schedule

A hybrid work schedule is available.

About Michael Baker International

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity. Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous. We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life. We Make a Difference. Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status. EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.